Unconfirmed information is that Mr Henry suffered a heart attack while on vacation in Barbados.

A close family member of Mr Henry has confirmed his passing with our news centre.

Mr Henry, a well-known taxi driver, was a strong supporter of the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) and even chaired one of its rallies during the 2023 campaign season.

Mr Henry also served as Chairman of the BVI Scholarship Committee.

He was a regular voice on the International Morning Braff Show on Tola Radio VI.

Mr Henry was against Direct Rule

The social and political commentator, Mr Henry, was one of the persons on the forefront resisting a United Kingdom (UK) takeover following the release of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Report back in May 2022.

He had called on the people of the VI to stand with a singular voice and reject any attempt by the United Kingdom (UK) Government to suspend the constitution of the territory and impose direct rule.

The Management and Staff of Virgin Islands News Online extend sincere condolences to the family and friends of the late Julio S. Henry aka Sam.